1947 Allard K1 vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1975 Nissan Skyline is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard K1 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1947 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | K1 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
